Chen Ruolin

Chen Ruolin, a highly decorated Chinese diver, has achieved five Olympic gold medals and numerous World Championship titles, transitioning from an elite athlete to a respected diving coach. After making a dominant Olympic debut at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, Chen Ruolin secured two gold medals in the women’s 10m platform and the 10m synchronized platform events, showcasing her immediate impact on the global stage. This early success built upon her gold medal win in the 10m synchronized platform at the 2007 World Aquatics Championships. Ruolin quickly established herself as one of the most successful female divers globally, known for her exceptional performances on the 10-meter platform in both individual and synchronized events.

Transitioning her unparalleled expertise from athlete to mentor, Chen Ruolin embarked on a coaching career in 2021. She now guides and trains prominent divers, including 2020 Olympic gold medalist Quan Hongchan and multi-FINA world champion Lian Junjie. Under Ruolin’s expert guidance, both Quan Hongchan and Lian Junjie achieved gold medals at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, underscoring her continued profound impact on the sport and cementing her reputation as a highly respected and successful diving coach.